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Senate BillS 3018National symbolsDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad

A bill to permit visiting dignitaries and service members from Taiwan to display the flag of the Republic of China.

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This bill matters because it addresses a sensitive diplomatic issue related to Taiwan's international status. By explicitly allowing Taiwanese officials and military members to display their national symbols, the U.S. is making a clear gesture of respect and recognition for Taiwan's democratic government. This could be seen as strengthening the unofficial U.S.-Taiwan relationship and offering greater clarity and confidence for Taiwanese representatives during official visits.

If this bill becomes law, it could be interpreted as a more formal acknowledgment of Taiwan's separate identity, potentially altering diplomatic dynamics, especially with the People's Republic of China, which views Taiwan as part of its territory. If it doesn't become law, the current practices regarding the display of Taiwanese symbols in official U.S. contexts would remain subject to discretion or existing protocols, which may lack the explicit formal permission this bill seeks to establish.

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PROVISION 01

Requires the U.S. Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense to permit Taiwanese military members and government representatives to display symbols of Republic of China sovereignty.

This provision directly addresses and formalizes the ability of Taiwanese officials to represent their government through national symbols during official U.S. engagements.

PROVISION 02

Specifies that these permitted symbols include the flag of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the corresponding emblems or insignia of military units.

This ensures clarity on exactly which symbols are covered under the bill's provisions, removing potential for ambiguity.

PROVISION 03

Outlines specific "official purposes" for which the symbols can be displayed, such as wearing official uniforms, conducting government-hosted ceremonies, and appearing on U.S. department social media.

This limits the scope of the permission to appropriate official contexts, preventing unauthorized or informal use.

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JUL 27

Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.

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JUL 27

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 499.

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JUN 17

Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

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JUN 17

Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

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TypeSenate Bill

NumberS 3018

Congress119th

StatusReported

IntroducedOct 20, 2025

Last actionJul 27, 2026

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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN RELATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED OCT 20, 2025

Senate BillS 3018National symbolsDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad

A bill to permit visiting dignitaries and service members from Taiwan to display the flag of the Republic of China.

INTRODUCED OCT 20, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 27, 2026

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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Requires the U.S. Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense to permit Taiwanese military members and government representatives to display symbols of Republic of China sovereignty.

This provision directly addresses and formalizes the ability of Taiwanese officials to represent their government through national symbols during official U.S. engagements.

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Specifies that these permitted symbols include the flag of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the corresponding emblems or insignia of military units.

This ensures clarity on exactly which symbols are covered under the bill's provisions, removing potential for ambiguity.

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This limits the scope of the permission to appropriate official contexts, preventing unauthorized or informal use.

GLOSSARY

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Republic of China (Taiwan): The official name of the government that administers Taiwan, distinct from the People's Republic of China (mainland China).
Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO): Taiwan's unofficial diplomatic mission in the United States, which functions as an embassy or consulate in the absence of formal diplomatic relations.
Symbols of Republic of China sovereignty: Visual representations that signify Taiwan's independent governmental authority, such as its national flag or military emblems.
Dignitaries: Important or high-ranking officials representing a country, typically on official visits or at ceremonial events.
Service members: Individuals who are part of a country's armed forces or military.

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JUL 27

Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.

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JUL 27

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 499.

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JUN 17

Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

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JUN 17

Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

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